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As a teen who may be worried about certain warning signs a friend is exhibiting, it's important to know how to recognize and confront an eating disorder. After all, teens are the most impacted group for developing eating disorders. Learn how the pressures of school, dating, and athletics contribute to body image issues and why teens are vulnerable. Explore eating disorders that people commonly have and how they are treated. Readers from grades six through twelve will have a relatable text to help them understand how they can make a difference to someone they care about.
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Gr 9 Up-Adolescence, a difficult time for many, can be all the more challenging for friends of individuals struggling with the topics in this series. Each title endeavors not only to educate but also to teach empathy for those coping with these issues. Recognizing warning signs and understanding the consequences, in addition to strategies and resources for seeking professional assistance, are covered. Psychological, physiological, and emotional aspects are explored with an aim at establishing an effective support system. Discussion questions to jump-start conversation with guidance counselors are included, making for a useful tool for youth unsure of where to begin. Special attention is given to peer pressure and the potential impact of social media on teens. Readers will also find examples of how to become involved without alienating friends, such as broaching uncomfortable topics in a nonconfrontational way, with emphasis placed on the importance of self-care for caregivers to more effectively offer support. VERDICT An empowering selection for peers wishing to be informed and to provide help. © Copyright 2017. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.
